At level six a commitment to continuous refinement of artistic style and tone should be made. Career plans may be leading to the field of education in either the public schools or college level, or to self-employment as a performing musician and private teacher.

On this level it is important to broaden personal tastes in music - not only music for saxophone, but also music for other woodwinds, brass, strings, keyboard, voice and ensembles. General music education should encompass the study of both classical and jazz history, theory, conducting and education.

In metropolitan areas various professional playing opportunities can be obtained through local music contractors. The musicians' union paper announces auditions for open positions.